Take a Tour of the 12 Biggest Shopping malls in the World 2024

Malls are one of the most versatile structures in the World. While malls are no longer typically in use as the main source of shopping, they still provide a wide variety of stores and attractions. In fact, some of the largest malls in the world in 2024 are places of cultural and economic importance that contribute to the historic and cultural values of the city.

If you’re looking for a holiday shopping trip that is a little different from your experience, then visit one of the biggest shopping malls in the world.

12 Biggest Malls in the World 2024

Malls are a great way to get lost in a sea of people, beautiful scenery, and anything you can imagine. There are so many different types of malls in the world that it’s hard to just pick a few. Here are the largest shopping malls aroud the world.

Name of the Mall	City and Country	Remarks
Iran Mall	Tehran, Iran	Largest Mall in Iran and the world
IOI City Mall	Putrajaya, Malaysia	Largest Mall in Malaysia
South China Mall	Dongguan, China	Most deserted mall in the world with only 10% occupancy
Isfahan City Center	Isfahan, Iran	Has the largest indoor amusement park in the middle-east
SM Mall of Asia	Pasay (Metro Manila), Philippines	Largest Mall in the Philippines
SM Tianjin	Tianjin, China	Biggest SM Mall out of the Philippines
Golden Resources Mall	Beijing, China	It was the largest mall at the time of its opening
CentralPlaza WestGate	Nonthaburi (Bangkok Metropolitan Region), Thailand	1000+ stores including an IKEA store
CentralWorld	Bangkok, Thailand	Includes a hotel and office tower
ICONSIAM	Bangkok, Thailand	Complex includes the 5th tallest building in Thailand
Mall of America	Bloomington, MN, United States	Largest Mall in the United States
1 Utama	Petaling Jaya, Malaysia	2nd Largest Shopping in Malaysia

World’s Largest Malls List

#1. Iran Mall

Iran is the largest mall in the world. It is the biggest cultural, commercial and social project in Iran located near Chitgar Lake in Tehran City. The main attraction of this mall is its Bazaar. This bazaar is heavily inspired by the markets of Qazvin, Isfahan, Shiraz, Tabriz, etc.

Apart from this, Iran mall has all the modern amenities including a library and showrooms of various international brands.

According to the Guinness World Records, Iran Mall has seen the completion of the longest continuous concrete pour. This record was set between the 1st and 6th of March 2018

Year of Establishment	2018
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	1,950,000 Square Metres
Number of Stores	2500+
Address	Chitgar Lake, Tehran, Iran
Owner	Ayandeh Bank
Number of floors	7
Official Website	www.iranmall.com

#2. IOI City Mall

The IOI City Mall is the largest shopping mall in Malaysia. Its net lettable area of 1,500,000 sq. ft makes it the biggest mall in southeast Asia.  With over 800 retail stores, the mall offers a wide range of goods to choose from. The mall also offers a variety of services such as restaurants, cinemas, and more. This mall is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike and can be found in the Sepang district of Selangor, Malaysia.

Year of Establishment	2014
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	821,000 square metres
Number of Stores	650+
Address	IOI Resort City, Lebuh IRC,  Sepang, Selangor
Owner	IOI Properties
Number of floors	3
Official Website	www.ioicitymall.com.my/

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#3. South China Mall

The South China Mall is a very large shopping mall in the city of Dongguan, China. This mall opened in 2005, but it was mostly empty for more than a decade because only a few businesses signed up, making it known as a Dead Mall. After extensive renovations and remodelling, the mall began to attract tenants in 2015. However, a significant amount of its space is still vacant.

The seven zones of the South China Mall, which are based on international cities and regions like Amsterdam, Paris, Rome, Venice, Egypt, the Caribbean, and California, are the mall’s main attractions. A 25-metre replica of the Arc de Triomphe, a 2.1-kilometre canal with gondolas, and a replica of Venice’s St. Mark’s bell tower are among the features of this mall.

Year of Establishment	2005
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	659,612 square metres
Number of Stores	2350
Address	Dongguan, China, 523068
Owner	Founder Group
Number of floors	6

#4. Isfahan City Center

Developed by Masoud Sarrami through his firm, Prestige Land Iran Co, is one of the largest shopping malls in the world. This mall has the biggest indoor amusement park in the Middle East.  Apart from this, the complex also includes a 5-star hotel, museum, restaurants, hypermarket, an international financial centre (IFC) and a World trade centre (WTC).

The mall has many different sections and you can find anything you might be looking for. It is a great place to go shopping and enjoy the company of your friends.

Year of Establishment	2012
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	650,000 sq. metres
Number of Stores	2350
Address	Isfahan City Center , Dastgerdy Hwy. Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
Owner	Masoud Saremi
Number of floors	7
Official Website	www.isfahancitycenter.com

#5. SM Mall of Asia

The SM Mall of Asia is the largest mall in the Philippines. It has IT parks, MoA Arena, hotels, and more. It is a great place for shopping, dining, and entertainment. There are more than 3500 stores in the mall and each one of them is unique.

The structure of this mall has four buildings interconnected by elevated pathways and walkways. The names of these buildings are South Wing Parking Buildings, North Wing Parking Buildings, Main Mall, and the Entertainment Mall.

Year of Establishment	2006
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	589,891 sq. metres
Number of Stores	3500+
Address	G/F, Main Mall, Seaside Blvd, 123, Pasay, 1300 Metro Manila, Philippines
Owner	SM Prime Holdings
Number of floors	12
Official Website	https://www.smsupermalls.com/mall-directory/sm-mall-of-asia/information/

#6. SM Tianjin

SM Tianjin mall is a large shopping mall in Tianjin, China. It is one of the largest malls in China and Asia. The mall was built in 2016, and it has over 100 stores and services in over 565,000 square meters. There are many famous brands and franchises such as Adidas, Armani, Burberry, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Gap, Gucci, H&M, Louis Vuitton, Nike, Prada, S. Oliver and Zara. The mall is also home to a huge theatre which seats thousands of people.

This mall is located in the Tianjin Airport Economic Area. The complex of the mall is designed by the architecture firm ARQ.

Year of Establishment	2016
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	565,000 sq. metres
Number of Stores	1000+
Address	Tianjin, Dongli District, China
Owner	SM Prime Holdings
Remark	Biggest SM mall outside of the Philippines

#7. Golden Resources Mall (Jin Yuan)

The Golden Resources Mall is a shopping mall in Beijing that is home to many different stores, boutiques, and restaurants. This mall is located in a prime location with easy access to transportation, making it an ideal location for people who are looking for a place to shop and dine.

The Golden Resources Mall has been featured on many lists of the best malls in China because of its convenient location and high-quality customer service.

Year of Establishment	2004
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	557,419 sq. metres
Number of Stores	750+
Address	1 Yuanda Rd, Hai Dian Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100097
Owner	New Yansha Group
Number of floors	6

#8. CentralPlaza WestGate

WestGate Mall is a popular shopping mall located in Nonthaburi Province, Thailand. It is a large and modern shopping mall with over 500 shops and restaurants. The mall has movie theatres as well which makes the ambience perfect to relax after a long day of shopping. CentralPlaza WestGate Mall offers a wide variety of shops, including clothing stores, bookstores, and international brands.

Year of Establishment	2015
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	550,278 sq. metres
Number of Stores	500+
Address	199, 199/1, 199/2, Mu 6, Sao Thong Hin
Owner	Central Pattana
Number of floors	6
Official Website	http://centralwestgate.com/

#9. CentralWorld

CentralWorld Mall is a shopping mall in Bangkok, Thailand. It opened in 1990 and was the first of its kind in Asia. It is the place for shopping in Bangkok. It’s also a great place to catch up with friends or meet new people. There are over 600 shops and restaurants in this mall. CentralWorld is huge and it’s impossible to see everything in just one day

Year of Establishment	1990
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	550,000 sq. metre
Number of Stores	600+
Address	Ratchadamri Rd, Khwaeng Pathum Wan, Khet Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
Owner	Central Pattana
Number of floors	7
Official Website	http://www.centralworld.co.th/

#10. Iconsiam

Iconsiam Mall is a huge shopping centre with a wide range of stores for anyone to enjoy. It’s a popular place for locals and tourists alike because of its many stores, including clothes, electronics, cosmetics, and souvenirs. There are also eateries and restaurants that offer a variety of cuisines from all around the world.

The Iconsiam complex is also home to the tallest buildings in Thailand. This mall won the first prize in the Best Shopping Center category at the MAPIC Awards 2019 in Cannes.

Year of Establishment	2018
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	5,25,000 sq. metres
Number of Stores	550+
Address	Charoen Nakhon Rd, Khwaeng Khlong Ton Sai, Khet Khlong San, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10600, Thailand
Owner	Siam Piwat, MQDC Magnolia Quality Development, and Charoen Pokphand Group
Number of floors	10
Official Website	https://www.iconsiam.com/th

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#11. Mall of America

The Mall of America is the largest mall in North America and is a must-visit for all visitors to the USA. It is not only a popular shopping destination, but also has an impressive collection of restaurants, attractions, and shopping opportunities. The Mall of America has two levels and offers more than just one shopping experience.

There are over 520 stores and restaurants, including those from all over the world. The Mall of America is also home to many entertainment options such as an indoor amusement park, an ice rink, and a movie theatre.

Year of Establishment	1992
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	5,20,257 sq. metres
Number of Stores	520
Address	2131 Lindau Lane, Bloomington, Minnesota – 55425
Owner	Triple Five Group
Number of floors	4
Official Website	http://mallofamerica.com/

#12. 1 Utama

The 1 Utama Mall is a popular shopping destination in Kuala Lumpur with over 1000 retail outlets. This mall is located in the city centre of Bandar Utama. The mall is also surrounded by a lot of restaurants and eateries which makes it perfect for those who want to grab a bite before or after shopping. There is also plenty of public transport stops nearby, making it easy to get around the city. Before IOI City Mall, it was the largest shopping mall in Malaysia.

Year of Establishment	1995
Gross Leasable Area (GLA)	497,213 sq. metres
Number of Stores	1000+
Address	City Centre, 1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Owner	Bandar Utama City Centre
Number of floors	4
Official Website	http://www.1utama.com.my/

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